Who is Max Baer Jr?
Famous for his role as Jethro Bodine in the popular 1962 T.V. series ‘The Beverly HillBillies,’ Max Baer Jr is a famous American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. He now is the only living regular cast member of the ‘The Beverly HillBillies.’
Despite having started his career as an actor, Max Baer Jr. found his television career affected by typecasting for his role as Jethro Bodine, the dim-witted relative of Jed Clampett. So, he then started working behind the camera, especially as a screenwriter, director, and producer.
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Quick Biography
Real Name: Maximilian Adalbert Baer Jr.
Date of Birth: December 4, 1937
Birth Place: Oakland, California, U.S.A.
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Profession: Actor, Director, Producer and Screenwriter
Nationality: American
Family: Max Baer (Father), Mary Ellen Sullivan (Mother)
Early Life
Maximilian Adalbert Baer Jr., popularly known as Max Baer Jr., was born in 1973 in Oakland, California, United States of America. He was born in 1937 and celebrates his birthday on December 4 each year.
Max completed his early education at Christian Brothers High School located in Sacramento. Max, in his high school days, was quite phenomenal in sports. While in high school, he won a junior title in the Sacramento Open golf tournament two times.
After completing high school, Max Baer Jr. attended Santa Clara University. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Santa Clara University and studied Philosophy as a minor.
Career
While Max Baer Jr. professionally started acting in 1960 with Warner Bros, his first acting role was in Goldilocks and the Three Bears at the Blackpool Pavilion in the year 1949 in England. While working with Warner Bro, Max appeared in T.V. shows such as Maverick, Surfside 6, and 77 Sunset Strip.
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Max’s career as an actor took off when he played the role of Jethro Bodine, the dim-witted cousin of Jed Clampett in the popular show ‘The Beverly HillBillies.’ He was part of the T.V. show for nine long years when the show continued to be broadcast on T.V. However; he also continued to appear on other T.V. shows such as Vacation Playhouse, Love, and American Style during his work at The Beverly HillBillies.
When Max Baer Jr. was offered to appear in the 1981 T.V. show Return of The Beverly HillBillies, he rejected the offer. But he still made guest appearances on television. This was when Max switched to the off-screen role, where he was involved in writing, directing, and producing roles.
The successful dramas he wrote, directed, and produced are Macon County Line (1974) and The Wild McCullochs (1975). Moreover, he is credited as the first to use the title of a popular song as the title and plot anchor of a film.
Before he retired, Max directed Hometown U.S.A., a comedy film, in 1979. However, he used to appear as an occasional guest on the television shows.
Personal Information
Born on December 4, 1937, Max Baer Jr. is 87 and celebrated his 87th birthday on December 2023.
The veteran American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter stands at a stunning height of around 6 feet and 2 inches. Audiences widely admired his physique as well as his personality. Also, he had dark brown eyes with black hair.
Relationship
Max Baer Jr. was born to his parents, Max Baer and Mary Ellen Sullivan. His father, Max Baer, was a legendary heavyweight boxing champion. Furthermore, he belongs to a mixed ethnicity, as his parents were of Irish and Jewish roots. His parents raised him with his brother, James Manny Baer, and his sister, Maude Baer. His brother, James Manny Baer, passed in 2009.
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Talking about the relationship of Max Baer Jr, Max married Joanne Kathleen Hill in 1966. However, the couple separated in 1971 and had no children. Meanwhile, there were rumors that Max dated one famous actress, entrepreneur, and author, Victoria Principal, after that. Also, Max has been said to have dated model Chere Rhodes.
Net Worth
When it comes to the net worth of Max Baer Jr, he was one of the most successful and popular American directors, writers, and producers of his time.
While his exact net worth is unknown, it is estimated that Max has a net worth of around $50 million. His net worth comes from his long career as a director, producer, and screenwriter and his investments in assets and real estate.
Trivia
- Before entering the entertainment industry, Max Baer Jr. pursued a career in law. But, his passion for the entertainment industry made him switch his career.
- Max Baer Jr. was awarded the Golden Boot Award for contributions to the Western genre in films and television.
- According to MeTV, Max suffered from bronchial pneumonia when he was just five and a half months old.
- During his interviews with Outsider, Max mentioned that others often bullied him as a kid. However, he soon got back to bullies and taught them lessons.
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F.A.Q.’s
Who is Max Baer Jr father?
Max Baer, the American heavyweight boxing champion, was Max Baer Jr’s father. His father, Max Baer, was a professional boxer and remained the world heavyweight champion from June 14, 1934, to June 13, 1935.
How did Max Baer Jr make his money?
Max Baer Jr was a director, screenwriter, and producer in the entertainment industry. Some of his dramas and movies did exceptionally well regarding monetary return. Therefore, most of his money comes from his entertainment industry work and investments.
How tall was Jethro on The Beverly Hillbillies?
Max Baer Jr. Max played the role of Jethro on The Beverly Hillbillies stands at a stunning height of around 6 feet and 2 inches.
Social Media
It seems that Max Baer Jr is not active on social media platforms, one of the reasons being he is pretty old.